A Message from Judy Shum, ADRIO’s New Executive Director

A Message from Judy Shum, ADRIO’s New Executive Director

When I was working as the Program
Director of Cecil Community Centre in downtown Toronto many years ago, I took
the one-week community conflict resolution and training at St. Stephen’s
Community House and learned a great deal. Little did I know back then that I
would one day be working in a position within the professional field of ADR.

Dispute happens in all
aspects of life and affects the mental health and overall well-being of those
involved. Among many other factors, dispute resolution is critical to building
and maintaining healthy communities. Therefore, I am thrilled to have been
given the opportunity to lead ADRIO as the new Executive Director, to
contribute towards the important role of supporting ADR professionals, and increasing
awareness and use of ADR across Ontario.

Having recently returned
to Toronto from living in Saskatoon for 8 years, I am keen to provide value to
ADRIO’s membership by bringing the experience, knowledge and skills I have
gained from senior leadership positions in various non-profit and charitable
organizations.

I look forward to meeting
all ADRIO members in the days, weeks and months ahead. In particular, I would
love to hear your ideas on trends in the ADR professional field, professional
development, and opportunities for marketing
and business development.

If you have yet to do so, remember to register for the ADRIO’s 34th AGM and Conference, coming up on June 6. An incredible showcase of professional development workshops has been lined up to illuminate, challenge and refine the definition of Appropriate Dispute Resolution in the new millennium.